Start an ISC2 Chapter in Your Community

How to Start a Local ISC2 Chapter

Step 1

Download the ISC2 Chartering Chapter Guidelines to review the process and eligibility requirements.

Step 2

Refer to the Chartering Chapter Timeline below for open-enrollment periods.

Step 3

Complete the online application with your contact information, professional experience, and the purpose and structure of the chapter you seek to establish. Preview the online application.

Access Online Application

Chartering Chapter Timeline

ISC2 accepts applications for new chapters during specific enrollment periods via an online application system.

	Q1 2024	Q3 2024
Open Enrollment	Jan 1-31	Jul 1-31
Application Review/Approval	Feb 1 – Mar 12	Aug 1 – Sep 10
Chartering Activities Phase	Mar 13 – Oct 31	Sep 11 – Mar 31
Official/Legal Phase	Nov 1 – Dec 15	Apr 1 – May 15

*NOTE: Dates are tentative and may change at any time without notice. Refer to the Chartering Chapter Guidelines for the details.